Middle / Senior Textiles Teacher

TRINITY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary packaging

School fee concessions K to 12

After School Program access

Staff Development Award

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Trinity Christian School in Canberra is seeking a dedicated teacher to contribute to a Christ-centred learning community. You will deliver lessons grounded in a biblical worldview, foster engaging and flexible learning environments, and empower students to achieve personal goals while aligning with the school’s Doctrinal Basis.

The role requires current ACT teaching qualifications and accreditation, with ongoing opportunities to work part-time or full-time as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have teaching qualification and ACT accreditation.
• Commitment to Christian faith and school Doctrinal Basis.
• Ability to adapt to a faith-based educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach from a biblically based Christian worldview.
• Develop a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain administrative records for school requirements.
• Collaborate with teaching team and leadership to improve outcomes.
• Contribute to safe and healthy workplace practices.

Skills

Christian ethos alignment

Biblical worldview integration

Education

Teaching qualification (ACT)

TQI accreditation

Job description

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Teaching Position

The Role

As a teacher you are responsible for creating a learning environment where powerful learning is at the heart of the classroom ꟷ where students know how to learn and where personal effort, excellence and achievement are valued and celebrated.

You will work collaboratively as part of our teaching team under the strategic leadership of the Director of Learning and Teaching with support and oversight provided by the Head of School and Technologies Coordinator, who oversee the implementation of a rich and invigorating learning experience for our students.

Ongoing positions available and both full-time and part‑time applications will be considered.

Faith Basis of Appointment

We see the appointment of staff to Trinity Christian School as a ministry calling.

The ethos, aims and objects of a Christian School are based on:

> acceptance of the Lordship of Christ; and

> acceptance of the Bible as the revealed Word of God.

Within Trinity Christian School these are expounded in the Doctrinal Basis.

The Doctrinal Basis does not exhaust the extent of the beliefs of the School and its members. The Bible itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God, that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality, and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that the School and its members believe.

You must support the School in these areas and set an example of personal conduct and behaviour consistent with the School’s beliefs and ethos as outlined in documents made available to prospective employees prior to interview. Any appointment is conditional upon staff maintaining and demonstrating a continuing firm personal belief and lifestyle consistent with the School’s Doctrinal Basis and the other documents provided to staff, these being an essential condition of the appointment.

A Learning Centred Christian School

At Trinity Christian School we endeavour to make the link between our faith, what we do and how we teach. We call our students and school community to grow “loving hearts, enquiring minds and generous spirits”. At Trinity, how we teach must help our students in becoming who they were created to be in Christ. How we teach should also bring a Kingdom perspective, set students’ minds on things above, deliver meaning and show purpose.

Christian Faith and Growth

The spiritual nurturing of all individuals in the Christian faith, within a caring community of students, staff and families united by vision, mission and values. A passionate focus on realising the transformative power of the Gospel of Jesus, developing Biblical knowledge, and understanding and fulfilling the purpose of a Christian life.

Excellence in Education and Learning

All students actively engaged, growing and thriving as learners in a learning centred school. Parent partnership and student agency enhanced and supported. A commitment to educational excellence with the creation and support of new ways of learning, varied student pathways and models of education, to meet the needs of each learner.

Community and Belonging

A movement by all students, staff and families from joining and attending the school to belonging and actively investing in the Trinity community. Connection and relationship developed and strengthened with those in the School’s history as well as future community members.

Connecting with the World and Shaping Tomorrow

Ongoing design and formation of our 2030 learning environment for the community now and in the future.

A growth in our reach and impact on Christian Education nationally and globally, including shaping a reputation as a centre for staffing development and excellence.

Key Areas of Responsibility

These duties must be carried out in a manner that is God honouring and consistent with the school’s vision to provide a Christ‑centred education in a learning community of Love, Nurture and Service.

Learning and Teaching

• Teach from a biblically based Christian worldview.
• Create and develop a learning environment that is exciting, engaging and flexible.
• Empower learners to communicate, create and innovate in a globally connected world.
• Equip your students to navigate, use and analyse technologies and content from a Christian perspective.
• Support and equip your students to set, monitor and achieve their personal goals as learners.
• Demonstrate an understanding of how students learn and implement effective classroom teaching strategies to develop and build powerful learners.
• Engage with and maintain administrative records for school based and external requirements.
• Operate as part of a team with colleagues and school leadership to continually improve learning, teaching and student outcomes.

Professional

• Have an up‑to‑date knowledge of teachers' professional duties, standards and duty of care in a Christian
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills, critical analysis and problem solving skills.
• Contribute to the corporate life of the School through effective participation in meetings and working groups.
• Take responsibility for your own professional development and growth in relation to the School’s strategic priorities, policies and practices.
• Operate at all times within the stated policies and practices of the School.

Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by

• Following Work Health and Safety instructions and policies.
• Reporting accidents and hazards.
• Generally caring for own safety and that of others, including visitors, students, parents and volunteers that may possibly be affected by actions or inaction.

Other duties

• Participate in and support the faith community of the School through prayer and communal worship activities.
• Model the faith and values of the School in interactions with colleagues, students, parents and the wider community.
• Attend staff meetings on days when rostered to attend for work.
• Attend the annual whole staff retreat.
• Attend devotions on days and times when at work. All staff are welcome to voluntarily attend staff devotions outside of their allocated work times.
• Participate in school activities requiring staff participation.
• Other duties as required.

Experience, Knowledge and Attributes

• A personal acceptance of the Lordship of Christ and regular attendance at a Christian church (a church holding a doctrinal position compatible with the Doctrinal Basis of the School).
• A sharp, research-informed progressive vision of learning and teaching and the capacity to create a rich and invigorating learning environment in a Christian learning community of excellence.
• A gifted, dynamic teacher with an in‑depth knowledge and understanding of the development and educational needs of students and apassion for encouraging them in faith in Jesus Christ.

Acknowledgement

The requirements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and responsibility of the work in this job. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks and skills required of the job. Employees will also be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and school policies, and to perform other job‑related duties requested by their Manager to support the School’s compliance with its legislative obligations. The Manager may, through consultation with the employee, vary the responsibilities of the position temporarily as required, but within the skills and responsibility levels appropriate to the position.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to complete the online application form and provide all the following which must not exceed 4 pages in total.

1. Response to each of the Selection Criteria: Provide a written statement to each of the Selection Criteria and 1‑2 paragraphs responding to the Key Areas of Responsibility as a whole.

2. Your referees must include a Supervisor or Manager and a personal character referee. If you are employed at a school, you must also include your current Principal as a referee.

> Positions held (including details of present position), dates, scope of responsibilities and key achievements.

> Details of education and professional training and qualifications and membership of relevant peak body/professional organisation.

Certified copies of transcripts, degrees/other qualifications and certificates, and proof of registration with any relevant professional organisations will be required should you successfully reach the interview round.

Applicants who are shortlisted after interview stage will be asked to complete a Pre‑Employment Declaration and apply for a National Police Check (at the applicant's cost).

Benefits of Working at Trinity Christian School

Trinity Christian School is an employer that promotes staff excellence and values the benefit that our professional team bring to the school. In addition to the highly competitive remuneration and conditions as set out in the MEA we offer the following additional benefits to our staff across the school including:

• Attractive salary packaging arrangements.
• School fee concessions K to 12.
• Free access to the After School Program for junior school students (12 yrs under)
• Generous annual Staff Development Award program.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

Other Essential Requirements

Employment Conditions

Employment will be subject to the conditions of the current ACT Christian School Teaching Staff Multi‑Enterprise Agreement. The salary and classification for this position will be dependent on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with that faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship.

Right to Work In Australia

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold a current and valid working visa. The School will not consider sponsorship nor support a visa application process. Please do not submit an application if you cannot meet this requirement.

Working With Vulnerable People Check

In keeping with the School’s policy and legislative requirements, any offer of employment is subject to you providing a satisfactory Working With Vulnerable People check prior to commencing employment and maintaining this for the duration of your employment.

Teacher Accreditation

In accordance with legislative requirements all teachers must be accredited with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). Any offer of employment is subject to you providing evidence of TQI accreditation prior to commencing employment, and maintaining this for the duration of your employment.

Further Information

Applications close 17 November 2026 and are to be submitted electronically as a single PDF document as an attachment to the online application form and will be assessed as they are received. The online application form is accessed via the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Employment page of Trinity Christian School website, Employment Application Form | Trinity Christian School.

All confidential enquiries can be directed to the Deputy Principal, Eleisha Smyth by phone [phone]

Interview

Interviews may be conducted following receipt of application, prior to the application closing date.

Interviews will involve meeting with the panel as a whole and then with the Principal individually.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be expected to address each of the Key Areas of Responsibility in the context of an interview.

Trinity Christian School

34 McBryde Crescent